Laboratory and Equipment Decommissioning Information
Biological/Chemical Safety Clearances
OEHS will
provide Chemical and Biological Safety Clearances for decommissions,
renovations, and repairs of potentially contaminated spaces
or equipment. When laboratory personnel have removed the
hazards from the area or equipment involved a Biological/Chemical
Safety Clearance form will be issued. Renovations or repairs
may begin only after a Biological/Chemical Safety Clearance
has been issued.
Clearance Procedure
Prior to the OEHS clearance inspection the following
items must be removed from the affected area:
- All chemicals and biological materials
- All chemical and biomedical waste
- All potentially contaminated equipment, appliances
and instruments
It is the responsibility of the laboratory occupants
to perform any required decontamination procedures. OHES
is available to lend technical assistance when questions
arise in this area.
